Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
LTC1272-8CCSW#PBF

LTC1272-8CCSW#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 24SOIC

51

MAX11141ATI+

MAX11141ATI+

Maxim Integrated

IC ADC 8BIT SAR 28TQFN

0

AD9680BCPZRL7-1250

AD9680BCPZRL7-1250

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 14BIT PIPELINED 64LFCSP

0

ADS62P25IRGCT

ADS62P25IRGCT

Texas Instruments

ADS62P25 DUAL-CHANNEL, 12-BIT, 1

1372

MAX11143ATI+T

MAX11143ATI+T

Maxim Integrated

IC ADC 8BIT SAR 28TQFN

2500

ISL26710IRTZ

ISL26710IRTZ

Intersil (Renesas Electronics America)

IC ADC 10BIT SAR 8TDFN

0

ADS7818P

ADS7818P

Texas Instruments

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

5623

ADS7818PB

ADS7818PB

Texas Instruments

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 8DIP

1091350

ADS54J40IRMPT

ADS54J40IRMPT

Texas Instruments

IC ADC 72VQFN

0

SI8900B-A01-GS

SI8900B-A01-GS

Silicon Labs

IC ADC 10BIT SAR 16SOIC

0

ADC08D1000CIYB/NOPB

ADC08D1000CIYB/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC ADC 8BIT FOLD INTERP 128HLQFP

54

MAX110ACWE+

MAX110ACWE+

Maxim Integrated

IC ADC 14BIT SIGMA-DELTA 16SOIC

2

LTC2326HMS-18#TRPBF

LTC2326HMS-18#TRPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 18BIT SAR 16MSOP

0

AMC1203BDUBR

AMC1203BDUBR

Texas Instruments

IC ADC 16BIT SIGMA-DELTA 8SOP

0

AD7986BCPZ

AD7986BCPZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC ADC 18BIT SAR 20LFCSP

221

MAX139CMH

MAX139CMH

Analog Devices, Inc.

3 1/2 DIGIT ADC

439

TC7109CLW

TC7109CLW

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC ADC 12BIT DUAL SLOPE 44PLCC

52

ADCS7477AIMF

ADCS7477AIMF

ADC, SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION, 1

0

MCP33111-05-E/MN

MCP33111-05-E/MN

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC ADC 12BIT SAR 10TDFN

0

MAX11128ATI/V+

MAX11128ATI/V+

Maxim Integrated

1MSPS, LOW-POWER, SERIAL 12-/10-

6300

Data Acquisition - Analog to Digital Converters (ADC)

1. Overview

Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) are semiconductor devices that convert continuous analog signals into discrete digital values. This core functionality enables digital systems to process real-world signals such as temperature, pressure, audio, and sensor data. ADCs are fundamental components in modern electronics, serving critical roles in communication systems, medical equipment, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. Their performance directly impacts system accuracy, speed, and overall efficiency.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Successive Approximation ADCMedium-speed, high accuracy, moderate power consumptionIndustrial control systems, precision measurement
Integrating ADCHigh noise rejection, low speed, excellent linearityDigital multimeters, weigh scales
Pipeline ADCHigh-speed operation with moderate resolutionWireless communication base stations, video processing
Delta-Sigma ( ) ADCHigh resolution, low noise, oversampling architectureAudio processing, precision sensor interfaces
Flash ADCExtremely high-speed conversion, limited resolutionRadar systems, high-speed oscilloscopes

3. Structure and Components

Typical ADC architecture includes: - Sample-and-Hold Circuit: Captures and stabilizes input signal - Quantizer: Maps analog values to discrete levels - Encoder: Converts quantized values to binary code - Reference Voltage Circuit: Provides stable voltage Modern ADCs integrate additional components like programmable gain amplifiers and digital filters. Fabricated using CMOS or BiCMOS processes, they come in packages like QFP, TSSOP, and BGA with pin counts ranging from 8 to 256.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
ResolutionNumber of digital output bitsDetermines measurement precision
Sampling RateMaximum conversion speed (SPS)Defines signal bandwidth capability
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)Dynamic range measurementImpacts signal fidelity
Integral Nonlinearity (INL)Deviation from ideal transfer functionCritical for measurement accuracy
Power ConsumptionOperating current/voltage requirementsAffects system efficiency and thermal design

5. Application Fields

  • Telecommunications: 5G base stations, optical transceivers
  • Medical Equipment: MRI scanners, patient monitoring systems
  • Industrial Automation: PLC systems, precision sensors
  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, wearables
  • Automotive: LiDAR systems, battery management

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Specifications
TI (Texas Instruments)ADS928324-bit ADC, 2MSPS, 2LSB INL
Analog DevicesAD762116-bit SAR ADC, 3MSPS, 85dB SNR
Maxim IntegratedMAX1190516-bit pipeline ADC, 125MSPS
STMicroelectronicsLTC2389-1818-bit SAR ADC, 1MSPS, rail-to-rail input

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Application Requirements: Match resolution/speed to system needs - Environmental Conditions: Temperature range, vibration resistance - Cost Constraints: Balance performance with budget - Supply Chain: Availability, package compatibility - Support Features: Required interfaces (SPI, I2C), calibration capabilities

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Development of 32-bit ADCs for precision applications - Integration with AI acceleration for edge computing - Energy-efficient designs for IoT devices - High-temperature ADCs for automotive applications - Advanced packaging technologies (3D stacking) - Software-defined radio ADCs with tunable bandwidth

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